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Cleveland spiral point tap, cobalt, black oxide finish, three flutes

Cleveland

Cleveland 96102 Spiral Point Tap #3-48 UNC Cobalt 3 Flutes

SKU CH-Y7YS-Q27XT

A #3-48 UNC spiral-point tap in cobalt with three flutes for through-hole threading

  • #3-48 UNC thread fits precision holes
  • Cobalt steel resists wear in tough alloys
  • Spiral point pushes chips ahead for clean tapping
  • 3 flutes balance strength and chip clearance
  • Black oxide finish reduces friction and corrosion

Cleveland 96102 Spiral Point Tap

The Cleveland 96102 is a spiral point tap designed for threading #3-48 UNC holes in metal. It is intended for machinists and maintenance technicians who need a reliable tool for creating internal threads.

Cobalt construction with black oxide finish

The cobalt material and black oxide coating increase wear resistance and reduce friction during tapping. Three flutes provide efficient chip evacuation ahead of the cut, while the plug chamfer suits through-hole and deep blind-hole applications.

Suits #3-48 UNC threading tasks

This tap fits users cutting #3-48 UNC threads with a 2.00 mm drill size and 2B class of fit. It does not suit other thread sizes, pitches or left-hand thread requirements. Builders needing different dimensions should select another tool.

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Price $15.99
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Brand nameCLEVELAND

Questions about this item

How often will the cobalt spiral point tap need replacing when cutting #3-48 UNC threads?

The cobalt construction with black oxide coating resists wear longer than standard high-speed steel taps, but replacement depends on material hardness, cutting speed, and lubrication used during threading operations.

What limits continuous use when tapping #3-48 UNC holes with this 3-flute tool?

Chip evacuation through the 3-flute design becomes the limiting factor in deep or repeated holes, as spiral point taps push chips ahead and can pack in blind holes beyond the 19/32 inch thread length.

Does the tap generate excessive heat during all-day production tapping of #3-48 threads?

Cobalt material maintains hardness at higher temperatures than standard taps, reducing heat buildup during sustained use, though proper cutting fluid and speed for the 2.00 mm drill size remain essential.

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